Litigation Associate (Insurance Defense/Tort)

W3Global; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Portable business welcome

Free parking

Walkable office

Job summary

W3Global seeks an experienced Litigation Associate for its Cleveland, OH office to handle insurance defense, tort and civil litigation matters with meaningful responsibility. You will manage cases from inception to resolution, draft pleadings and motions, and coordinate with insureds and carriers while balancing independent work with teamwork.

The role offers flexible compensation for exceptional candidates, a portable book of business welcome, and the opportunity to advance in a collegial,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling insurance defense, tort, personal injury or related litigation matters.
• Active Ohio law license in good standing.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and discovery.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Strong analytical and case-evaluation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Case Management & Litigation: manage assigned insurance defense and tort matters from inception through resolution.
• Discovery & Depositions: draft and respond to discovery; conduct depositions; analyze evidence.
• Motion Practice: draft motions and briefs; prepare for dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Client & Insurance Communication: keep clients and carriers updated on status, strategy and exposure.
• Trial & Litigation Strategy: prepare cases for trial; participate in mediations and hearings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Insurance defense

Personal injury

Legal research

Written communication

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense / Tort

Location: Cleveland, OH 44145 | Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | Practice Area: Insurance Defense | Tort | Civil Litigation | Required Experience: 3+ Years of Litigation Experience | Salary: Competitive & Flexible for the Right Candidate | Ohio Bar: Active Ohio Law License Required

About The Opportunity

• W3Global's client is one of Ohio's leading civil defense law firms, with a diversified litigation practice and a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal representation to insureds and insurance companies.
• The firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate with a minimum of 3 years of litigation experience, particularly involving personal injury, automobile accidents, tort matters, and insurance-related litigation.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, sophisticated litigation experience, and the opportunity to work in a collegial, growing firm environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing cases independently while also collaborating with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

Portable Business Welcome

• Compensation is flexible for exceptional candidates and/or attorneys who bring a portable book of business.

Position Responsibilities

Case Management & Litigation

• Manage assigned insurance defense and tort litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent insureds and insurance companies in a variety of civil litigation matters.
• Develop case strategies based on the facts, applicable law, and client objectives.
• Conduct comprehensive case evaluation and risk assessment.
• Manage litigation deadlines, case calendars, and overall case progression.
• Work independently while collaborating with partners, associates, clients, and litigation support staff.

Discovery & Depositions

• Handle all aspects of pre-trial discovery.
• Draft and respond to interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and other discovery.
• Conduct and defend fact and expert depositions.
• Analyze discovery and evidence to identify strengths, weaknesses, and potential exposure.
• Develop effective discovery strategies tailored to each matter.

Motion Practice

• Research and analyze complex legal issues.
• Draft motions, briefs, memoranda, and other substantive legal documents.
• Prepare and respond to dispositive and non-dispositive motions.
• Present arguments before courts when appropriate.

Client & Insurance Company Communication

• Maintain regular communication with clients, claims professionals, insurance carriers, and other stakeholders.
• Provide clear and timely client reporting regarding case status, exposure, strategy, and anticipated developments.
• Evaluate liability, damages, settlement opportunities, and litigation risk.
• Assist clients and insurance companies in making informed decisions regarding settlement and trial strategy.

Trial & Litigation Strategy

• Serve as trial counsel in appropriate matters.
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibits, motions, and trial strategy.
• Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings.
• Develop practical, cost-effective strategies designed to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling insurance defense, tort, personal injury, automobile accident, or related litigation matters.
• Experience representing insureds and/or insurance companies strongly preferred.
• Active Ohio law license in good standing.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and the civil discovery process.
• Experience with depositions and motion practice.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and case-evaluation abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong professional judgment and attention to detail.

Ideal Candidate

• The strongest candidates will be attorneys who are:
• Analytical - Able to quickly identify the important legal and factual issues in a case.
• Strategic - Capable of developing practical litigation strategies based on client objectives and case exposure.
• Strong Writers - Able to produce clear, persuasive, and well-researched legal work.
• Client-Focused - Comfortable communicating with insureds, claims professionals, insurance carriers, and other clients.
• Independent - Able to take ownership of assigned matters while knowing when to collaborate with senior attorneys.
• Trial-Minded - Interested in developing and utilizing courtroom and trial skills.
• Organized - Capable of managing multiple matters, deadlines, discovery obligations, and client expectations simultaneously.

What The Firm Offers

• W3Global's client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package along with an environment designed to support both professional success and quality of life.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Salary flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Additional consideration for candidates with portable business
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Collegial and collaborative work environment
• Meaningful litigation responsibility
• Opportunity to work on a diversified range of civil defense matters
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Balanced work-life environment
• Beautiful suburban office setting
• Walkable office location
• Free parking
• Opportunity to become part of a fast-growing Ohio civil defense firm

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• This is an opportunity to join a growing civil defense practice where you can actually practice law-not simply perform document review or support senior attorneys.
• You will have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of litigation matters, interact directly with clients and insurance professionals, participate in depositions and motion practice, and serve as trial counsel when appropriate.
• For the right attorney, the firm offers the combination of sophisticated litigation work, professional autonomy, collegiality, career growth, and work-life balance that can be difficult to find in a traditional defense practice.